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Jim Harbaugh's hubris is on full display

Jim Harbaugh's hubris is on full display In his second season, Harbaugh has flouted conventional wisdom, broken unwritten rules and picked fights with anyone who dares ask questions. While his team is in the same position it was a year ago - hosting a d…

Key pieces of 49ers' playoff puzzle

Key pieces of 49ers' playoff puzzle Left guard Mike Iupati (No. 77) move his 330-pound frame up and down the line, pulling and trapping, gaining leverage on unwitting defensive linemen. His ability to move quickly and clear out big holes on the trap pla…

Behind the scenes at Candlestick Park

Behind the scenes at Candlestick Park This season, the 49ers Insider iPad magazine has taken a look behind the scenes at Candlestick Park. These photos are some of the highlights of the series. For the full experience, go to bit.ly/Q7x8P8 "Being ab…

Packers embrace underdog role vs. 49ers The Packers are the underdog for only the third time this season, with the 49ers listed as a three-point favorite in Saturday's NFC divisional playoff game at Candlestick Park. The 49ers boast a better record, bea…

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Hardest-working diva in show business

Hardest-working diva in show business After his first get-to-know-you meeting with Michael Crabtree five years ago, Lincoln Riley was surprised when the shy redshirt freshman wide receiver playfully jabbed him about his youth and inexperience. Noting th…

49ers rekindle rivalry with Packers Before Michigan faced a formidable opponent during Jim Harbaugh's college days, Wolverines coach Bo Schembechler demystified the foe by noting things could be worse. "I remember Bo doing this and same with my hig…

Green Bay's strengths and weaknesses [...] quarterback Aaron Rodgers set career highs this season in attempts (552) and completions (371), despite a subpar offensive line and injuries to receivers Greg Jennings and Jordy Nelson. On defense, nose tackle …

49ers Quotes of the year

49ers Quotes of the year To go on record, A.J.'s going to be an outstanding football player. Jim Harbaugh's unprompted training-camp response to criticism of first-round pick A.J. Jenkins, who didn't have a catch in the regular season Justin Smith is a …

49ers Playoff Preview First playoff starts Colin Kaepernick will become the sixth quarterback to start a playoff game for the 49ers in the Super Bowl era. [...] let's reconsider if Crabtree has an epic catch in the NFC title game to send the 49ers into …

Raiders wide receiver Tim Brown and defensive lineman Warren Sapp are among the 15 modern-era finalists in voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sapp is among the four first-year-eligible nominees. Brown made the cut for the final 15 last year befor…

Giants add righty Tobin to bullpen competition

Right-hander Mason Tobin joined the competition for what's expected to be one, and only one, vacancy in the Giants' bullpen, signing a Minor League contract with an invitation to big league Spring Training.

Justin Smith cleared to play, all the 49ers probable

Apparently, the creek has not, in fact, risen. The 49ers appear to be as healthy as anyone’s going to be this time of year, and defensive tackle Justin Smith has been given the go-ahead to return to action. According to Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com, S

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Former Los Angeles Dodgers and Seattle Mariners outfielder Milton Bradley has been charged with abusing his estranged wife and faces up to 13 years in jail if convicted, city prosecutors announced Friday.

Don Banks: Niners-Patriots tops best potential Super Bowl matchups

The NFL's divisional round means we're down to the league's elite eight in the playoffs, and that's when the Super Bowl pairing starts to first come into view. There are still 16 potential matchups for Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans next month, and her…

PFT Live: 49ers talk with Matt Maiocco, PFT Planet calls and tweets

We’ve reached Friday, which means we’re just a bit more than 24 hours away from the start of the Divisional Round of the playoffs. The 49ers will be one of the teams playing this weekend and Mike Florio will have Matt Maiocco of CSN Bay Area on Friday

It's a little early to start previewing a Seattle Seahawks-San Francisco 49ers matchup in the NFC Championship Game. Both teams have hurdles to clear in the NFC divisional playoffs this weekend. It's so close to happening, though, and how sweet it would…

49ers revamp reduces Gore's impact

49ers revamp reduces Gore's impact After eight seasons toting the ball for the Red and Gold, he's the team's all-time leading rusher. He ranks third in overall yards from scrimmage. Despite overall numbers that nearly mirror his performance from last se…

Packers receiver Jones talks a good game

Packers receiver Jones talks a good game Packers receiver James Jones had four catches for 81 yards and a touchdown in Green Bay's season-opening 30-22 loss to the 49ers. For Jones, staying motivated is crucial, as he doesn't have the size (he's 6-foot-…

49ers keep backup kicker ... stay tuned Harbaugh announced that Akers will be his kicker for the divisional playoff game against Green Bay. The 49ers have gone from being the only team in the league with two starting quarterbacks - as Harbaugh called bo…